President Adama Barrow, accompanied by cabinet ministers, managing director of National Road Authority (NRA), senior officials, and engineers, spent Tuesday on an extensive inspection tour of major infrastructure and investment projects across the Greater Banjul Area and the West Coast Region.
The initiative aimed to provide the Head of State with direct insight into the pace and quality of works that are reshaping The Gambia’s economic and social landscape.
The President’s first stop was the Salam Cement Factory in Banjul, a massive expansion site set to revolutionize the local construction industry. Once completed, the factory is expected to generate hundreds of jobs, directly supporting government efforts to reduce unemployment while boosting domestic production capacity.
Attention then shifted to the Kotu Bridge project, located in a renowned bird-watching haven. Beyond easing transport and mobility, the bridge is poised to enhance eco-tourism, reinforcing The Gambia’s reputation as a premier destination for international visitors.
Barrow also toured the construction of a five-star hotel, a flagship investment in the hospitality sector. The luxury facility is expected to attract global travelers and create employment opportunities across multiple service industries, further diversifying the nation’s tourism offerings.
The delegation later visited the Sukuta Traffic Lights flyover, a project designed to tackle one of the country’s most pressing urban challenges: congestion. Once operational, the flyover will significantly reduce traffic jams, improving daily life for thousands of commuters.
Each project reflects a cornerstone of the administration’s broader agenda: building a modern Gambia where industry, infrastructure, and tourism converge to drive prosperity.
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